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Originally Posted by DeanFL
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Last night, saw a really good "PBS/NOVA" on 'Secrets in our DNA'. Was so interesting, and left me intrigued to -perhaps- try it out.
Seems to be 3 main companies - Ancestry, 23andMe, CRI Genetics.
Of course once your DNA is on file, there may be privacy issues and ramifications, but nothing in life is without risk IMO.
Anyone here on TV use DNA/Genetic test? Results etc.
link to the Nova episode>
NOVA | Secrets in our DNA | Season 48 | Episode 1 | PBS
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I used Ancestry. I was interested to find that I have over 50% DNA from British Isles. Next is Germanic and a spot here of this and that. I always thought I looked a bit Asian but that theory was laid to rest. I am NOT a person who worries about my privacy or is concerned they will deny me insurance because I have a genetic tendency toward cancer. That is one of the lovely things about being older. Most of those ships have sailed. I see GOOD things using our collective DNA to nail rapists and murderers who have remained hidden for decades. It pleases me to know that camera's and DNA Scientists may do more than even my favorite detectives on TV to catch the bad guys and girls. (Smugly knowing women are not as active at murdering as men. ) (Smugly also knowing that most of the men I have known are really great guys) Go for it Dean. I am guessing you belong to the Germanic tribe. ( I notice the new regime are using that word, tribe, a lot) lol.